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Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, STEM, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Colegio Aleman de Cali (German School of Cali) is a private, bicultural, international school in Ciudad Jardin, Cali, Colombia. The school serves students from Maternal through Grade 12 and offers both the International Baccalaureate diploma and the German Abitur. Instruction is delivered in Spanish and German, with English introduced from Kindergarten and French added in upper years, making it a four-language institution. Students can earn international language certifications including IELTS, the Deutsches Sprachdiplom (DSD), and DELF. The school is part of the Deutsche Schule network and affiliated with the ZfA (Central Agency for German Schools Abroad). Summer exchange and camp programs in Germany are available, along with professional orientation for university placement.
Cra. 106a #18-160, Cañasgordas, Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
The Essentials
Colegio Alemán de Cali has 800 pupils, typical class sizes of 8, instruction in Spanish, German, English.
Location
Colegio Aleman de Cali is located at Carrera 106A No. 18-160 in Ciudad Jardin, an upscale residential area in the south of Cali, Colombia.
Stages
The school is organized into Infantil (Maternal, Prekindergarten, Kindergarten), Primaria Extendida (Grades 1-6), and Secundaria (Grades 7-12) with the IB diploma program in the final years.
Type
The school is a private, bicultural, co-educational day school combining Colombian and German educational traditions.
Country affiliation
The school has a strong German affiliation as part of the Deutsche Schule network, supported by the ZfA (Central Agency for German Schools Abroad) and the German Embassy.
Academics
Colegio Alemán de Cali teaches Bespoke Curriculum, German Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.
Curriculum
The school offers a bicultural curriculum combining Colombian and German educational systems. Students can pursue the International Baccalaureate diploma or the German Abitur in their final years. The curriculum is delivered in four languages: Spanish, German, English, and French. Students prepare for international language certifications including IELTS, the Deutsches Sprachdiplom (DSD), and DELF.
Higher Education Progression
The school provides professional orientation and university placement support. The German Abitur and IB diploma open pathways to universities in Germany, Europe, and worldwide. Notable alumni have gone on to international university placements and professional success.
Wellbeing
Mental Wellbeing
The Student Orientation and Support Department (Departamento de Orientacion y Apoyo al Estudiante) provides counseling and guidance for students.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Families can begin the admissions process through the school website or by contacting the school at +57 (602) 486 8000.
2. Special admission rates may be offered. The school accepts students from Maternal through Grade 12.
3. The school is located in Ciudad Jardin, Cali, and campus visits can be arranged through the admissions office.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for students. The school also provides support for international university placement.
FAQs
What curriculum does Colegio Aleman de Cali offer?
The school offers both the International Baccalaureate diploma and the German Abitur, combining Colombian and German educational systems.
What languages are taught?
Four languages are taught: Spanish and German as primary, English from Kindergarten, and French in upper years. Students can earn IELTS, DSD, and DELF certifications.
What age groups does the school accept?
The school accepts students from Maternal (around age 2) through Grade 12 (age 18), covering early childhood, primary, and secondary education.
Does the school offer exchange programs?
Yes, summer exchange and camp programs in Germany are available, providing cultural and language immersion experiences.
What accreditations does the school hold?
The school is authorized by the IBO, part of the Deutsche Schule network, supported by ZfA, holds Bureau Veritas certification, and is a Microsoft Schools partner.
Where is the school located?
Colegio Aleman de Cali is at Carrera 106A No. 18-160 in Ciudad Jardin, an upscale area in the south of Cali, Colombia.
Does the school offer scholarships?
Yes, scholarships are available for students. The school also provides support for international university placement.
Is the school co-educational?
Yes, the school is co-educational, accepting both boys and girls.
What student support services are available?
The Student Orientation and Support Department provides counseling, guidance, and professional orientation for university preparation.
How can I contact admissions?
Contact the school at +57 (602) 486 8000 or visit the website at dscali.edu.co for admissions information.
